This Movie Theater Wants You To Bring Your Dog Along

Posted by Whiskers101 on January 10, 2019

Dogs have been our best buds for centuries. It’s no surprise we want to bring them along everywhere we go: airplanes, shopping, even to <a href="https://www.simplemost.com/shelter-takes-dogs-puppuccinos-help-find-homes/">get a “puppaccino” at Starbucks</a>.

However, one place man’s best friend has not been welcome is the movie theater. Whenever we wanted to catch up on the latest releases, we had to leave Fido behind for a few hours. That is, until now.

As of December, <a href="https://www.k9cinemas.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">K9 Cinemas</a> is the first-of-its-kind movie theater that caters to people and pups alike. Eric Lankford and his dog Bear founded the intimate theater, holding up to 25 guests, in Plano, Texas. Currently, it’s open only on the weekends.

Before Christmas, the theater <a href="https://people.com/pets/movie-theater-for-dogs-texas/">screened</a> holiday classics like Elf and Home Alone. Naturally, K9 Cinemas stocks snacks for people and dogs alike—that is, popcorn and dog biscuits. All snacks are only $2 each.

They make a night out even sweeter with special promotions, too. Lankford has hosted wine nights with complimentary vino for all patrons 21 and up.

Ticket prices are reasonable, too. An adult ticket is $12.50 and includes one “pup child”; each additional pup child (up to two are allowed) costs $5, and tickets for people under 21 are $9 each.

Upon their first visit, dog owners must provide valid papers from their vet to show each pup is up-to-date on shots. Inside, dogs need to be on leashes in the theater unless they’re in a designated area.

<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BsJYz9cFXdH/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_medium=loading" style="background:#FFFFFF; line-height:0; padding:0 0; text-align:center; text-decoration:none; width:100%;" target="_blank">View this post on Instagram</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BsJYz9cFXdH/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_medium=loading" style="color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_blank">Bear and I can't wait to celebrate FREE WINE NIGHTS this Friday and Saturday with you all! We believe this will be the trifecta: Dogs, movies, and all you can drink free wine for anyone over 21! This location will always hold a special place in my heart being the first. And we are excited to announce expansion in MULTIPLE cities this year across the country is already underway with interested investors. #k9cinemas #dogfriendly #movietheater #freewine #comingtoacitynearyou</a>A post shared by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/k9cinemas/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_medium=loading" style="color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px;" target="_blank">K9 Cinemas</a> (@k9cinemas) on Jan 2, 2019 at 1:07pm PST

The theater is currently in a temporary space and has metal chairs on a concrete floor, so accidents are easy to clean up. In response to a good start, Lankford is upgrading with comfy couches and more screenings.

<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BrHA25vnJ2m/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_medium=loading" style="background:#FFFFFF; line-height:0; padding:0 0; text-align:center; text-decoration:none; width:100%;" target="_blank">View this post on Instagram</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BrHA25vnJ2m/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_medium=loading" style="color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_blank">Gypsy at the movies, say whaaa?? Went to the first ever dog-friendly movie theater tonight! For their grand opening, they showed the movie UP!… Hearing all the dogs in the theater barking at the dogs on screen, then riling up the other dogs was hilarious. And when the movie would get quiet, you'd hear a dog gnawing on a bone or lapping up water. It was awesome. 10/10 would recommend. Can't wait 'til they get the couches put in!</a>A post shared by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/destinyrachelle_22/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_medium=loading" style="color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px;" target="_blank">Destiny Spurgin</a> (@destinyrachelle_22) on Dec 7, 2018 at 6:28pm PST

This small theater is just the beginning. Movie night has officially gone to the dogs, and dog lovers are thrilled!

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